Review of Žižek! (2005) by Benjamin J — 02 Jul 2007

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This review of Žižek! (2005) was written by Benjamin J on 02 Jul 2007.

Žižek! has generally received positive reviews.

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It's a straightforward, relatively style-free piece, primarily of interest to those who want to hear Zizek's pronouncements…

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By Antony C (36) on 10 Jun 2007

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By Tadejb. (1) on 29 Dec 2005

Well I might be partial here - I am Slovenien and quite fascinated at Zizek, who without being partial, is one of most intelegent human beings…

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